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How to Work for an Idiot (Revised and Expanded with More Idiots, More Insanity, and More Incompetency)

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How to Work for an Idiot (Revised and Expanded with More Idiots, More Insanity, and More Incompetency)

By: John Hoover
Narrated by: Brian Sutherland
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Was it a typo when the CEO mandated that the organization "institutionalize incompetents"? If not, how did the company wind up institutionalizing incompetence instead?

How to Work for an Idiot is still the confessions of a recovering Idiot Boss. After decades of writing and consulting, Dr. Hoover finally realized that many of the people he kept trying to "energize" and "enlighten" were, well, idiots. More importantly, he was an idiot for thinking he could change them.

This new edition of How to Work for an Idiot is bigger and better - and filled with even more idiots - than before. The same technology that has enabled cluelessness from the corner office to go viral can help you protect yourself and keep your inner idiot in check. Yes, How to Work for an Idiot goes that deep.

Not every boss is an idiot, and not every idiot is a boss. Let Dr. Hoover help you find the wisdom to know the difference.

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Brian Sutherland's speaking style may not be engaging for some listeners. However, if you are seeking a resource to aid in relaxation or sleep, this book could be a suitable choice due to its calming effect.

boring 😴

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What a difference in my dealings with my "I Boss", and just people in general. Made me realize I'm the idiot I'm some situations. Very good book.

Very interesting and eye opening.

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This story resonates with most if not all employees in any sector. If you are in the boss role, it's a must-read and keep in mind the somewhat humorous intent. I appreciate dry humor!

Resonated

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The book was interesting but didn’t resonate with me. I will listen again but first pass was not great.

Good but not great

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This is a rough listen. The book may be ok in paper form, but the audiobook is robotic and hard to follow. I did glean some good advice from it though.

Rough listen

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Ouch. Just mind-numbingly boring, even at 1.45x. Like being read a textbook. May try the actual physical or e-book, for visual reading... This is not doable.

Some books shouldn't be audio books. This is one of those books.

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Should of known when author spent the first chapter defending his bad reviews. This is a poor book about careers and coworkers. Author had a poor sense of humour and give very little advice

Brutal

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The voice reading this book will put you to sleep. I almost think it was computer generated because it has absolutely no intonation. the subject matter, drew me to buy the book. However, the author wanders around a lot describing a thousand things that are not considered an idiot boss. additionally, I found some of the suggestions to not be managing your idiot boss but rather giving up and just dealing with it. this book should be handed out by idiot bosses to get people who are subordinate to them to comply.

Couldn't get through it.

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what a terrible book and i can't get my money back because i paid cash and did not waist a credit on it.
if you want to know how to kiss your bosses A$$ then this book is for you. this is an outdated book. would be good if it was 1980's. don't waist your money if you still want to try it use a credit so you can get a refund!!good luck!

do not pay for this book cant get my money back !

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The author wants you to believe it's your fault that your boss is an idiot. Too many ridiculous innuendos that make no sense and are not reality. I could not get through chapter two. Unless you are ready to bow down in the work place, do not waste your time with this book.

Terrible

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